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2019 Map of Natural Dam Lake

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Natural Dam Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Natural Dam Lake and the surrounding arid basin of West Texas dominate this landscape along the border of Martin and Howard counties. The area is characterized by ephemeral water bodies and significant drainage features like Sulphur Springs Draw and Buzzard Draw that cut through the high plains. The settlement of Morita sits on the eastern edge of the quadrangle, serving as a focal point in a region otherwise defined by ranching infrastructure and intermittent water sources like Red Salt Lake and Boggy Lake.

Interstate 20 and its service roads bisect the territory, providing a modern corridor through a landscape marked by traditional landmarks such as Indian Point. Local water management is evident through features like Calf Tank and Red Tank, illustrating the vital role of water storage in this section of the Permian Basin. This 2019 survey provides a clear view of the intersection between modern transportation and the persistent hydrographic patterns of the Llano Estacado.